A wave of joy has swept across devotees as the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume this June after a long pause of five years. This time, the journey will take a new route — through the Nathula Pass in Sikkim.
The yatra was suspended in 2020 due to rising military tensions between India and China, and the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that conditions have normalized, preparations are in full swing to restart this historic and spiritual pilgrimage.
🏕️ New High-Altitude Acclimatisation Centres for Safety on Kailash Mansarovar via Nathula
To ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims, the government has made special arrangements. Two brand new high-altitude acclimatisation centres are nearing completion:
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✅ First Centre: At an altitude of 10,000 feet
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✅ Second Centre: Near Hangu Lake on the Kupup Road at 14,000 feet
These centres will offer oxygen support, medical care, and rest facilities, helping travelers adapt to the high altitudes and avoid health issues like altitude sickness.
🚩 Why This Yatra Is Spiritually Important
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra holds deep religious significance for followers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and the Bon faith. Each year, thousands of pilgrims undertake the challenging journey to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
🚶♀️ Benefits of the New Nathula Route
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🕒 Faster journey compared to traditional routes
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👵 More accessible for senior citizens and women
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🏞️ Boost to Sikkim’s tourism and local economy
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